superstisyon
superstísyon with stress marks
superstition
Usage Note
Superstisyon, borrowed from Spanish 'superstición,' refers to folk beliefs and irrational fears passed down through generations. Filipino culture has a rich tradition of superstitions — from not sweeping the floor at night to avoiding certain words before a journey. The word itself is used in both serious discussions of folk belief and in dismissive contexts.
Examples
" Marami siyang superstisyon. "
Natural Translation
He/she has many superstitions.
Literal Translation
Many his/her superstition.
" Naniniwala siya sa superstisyon. "
Natural Translation
He/she believes in superstition.
Literal Translation
Believes he/she in superstition.
" Kahit hindi siya naniniwala sa superstisyon, sumusunod pa rin siya rito upang hindi masaktan ang kalooban ng kanyang lola. "
Natural Translation
Even though he doesn't believe in superstition, he still follows it so as not to hurt his grandmother's feelings.
Literal Translation
Even-though not he believes in superstition, follows still he this so-that not hurt the feelings of his grandmother.
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